Manufacturing
Get the latest news on manufacturing companies, innovation, and economic impact across southeastern Wisconsin.
City receives $1 million state grant for Century City
A $1 million state grant, announced by Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker, will provide the final piece of funding needed to prepare the Century City site in Milwaukee for development.
Wisconsin businesses earn recognition for sustainability
The Wisconsin Sustainable Business Council recently recognized 34 companies as Green Masters at the sixth annual Wisconsin Sustainable Business Council Conference.
Manufacturer of the Year nominees announced
The nominees for the Wisconsin Manufacturer of the Year award have been announced.
CEO of the Year: Paul Grangaard, Allen Edmonds Corp.
Rumors circulated this year about potential buyers of Port Washington-based men's dress shoe manufacturer Allen Edmonds Corp. Some worried how a new owner would impact the status of the iconic Allen Edmonds brand and if a new owner would be willing to maintain manufacturing operations in Port Washington.
Family-Owned Business of the Year: Super Steel LLC
When Fred Luber watched a company he spent 40 years of his career investing in and building fall victim to the Great Recession, the former business owner, at the age of 85, made a bold decision with his son, Paul, to take back the helm.
Steel of a deal in China
Rio Tinto is a massive Anglo-Australian mining conglomerate that spans the globe. Its 71,000 employees are spread over seven core businesses, operating in 25 countries and selling products around the world.
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Overcoming all obstacles
As an obstacle course competitor, David Mitchell not only has to worry about pacing himself and staying hydrated on race days, but he also has to tolerate electric shocks charged with 10,000 volts as well as wade through ice baths and scale walls at least 10 feet tall.
Res gets Tesla boost
Res Manufacturing Co.
7801 N. 73rd St., Milwaukee
Industry: Metal stamping and subassembly
Employees: 120
www.resmfg.com
Fish fry revamp is gamble for Klisch
For years, Lakefront Brewery Inc. has been the site of one of Milwaukee's most popular Friday night fish fries.
Doheny takes over at Joy Global
Edward Doheny II has been elected president and chief executive officer of Milwaukee-based mining equipment manufacturer Joy Global Inc., following a previously announced succession plan.
